Ford Windstar vs Honda Odyssey
The Ford Windstar and the Honda Odyssey are rated the same on fuel economy: 18 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Windstar | Honda Odyssey | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,297 | 721 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Transmission |
| Crashes and fires | 91 and 79 | 20 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 107,000 miles | 99,000 miles |
| Recalls | 15 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 22 | 16 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,297 complaints for the Ford Windstar and 721 for the Honda Odyssey. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 15 for the Ford Windstar, 1 for the Honda Odyssey.